Peach
RW Knudson Black Cherry Juice
I love making a cherry spritzer in the spring. This juice is simple and doesn’t have additives. Mixing it with some sparkling water and a sprig of mint is the perfect drink to put some pep in your step.
Flora
Snap Peas
These sweet, crunchy pods are the perfect springtime snack! I love dipping them in hummus or chopping them up and adding them to a light salad with lettuce mix and tomatoes. They taste great with a balsamic vinaigrette.
Micky
Kiwi
Many people cut a kiwi in half and scoop out the flesh, but did you know you can eat the skin as well? Did I just blow your mind? You can now consider this delicious, on-the-go fruit your new go-to for quick and easy meal and snack packing. No utensils required! The added bonus is you’ll also maximize your nutrient load by eating the skin since that’s where the fiber and vitamin C are concentrated.
Benjamin
Madison Sourdough Croissant
This light and buttery croissant can take any morning to the next level. It is flaky and subtly sweet and is the perfect compliment to a cup of coffee or goes even better with a breakfast of eggs and avocado. Treat yourself to one today!
Ale Asylum Keep ‘er Movin’ Beer
Hey der guy, you should try this tasty light pilsner beer from Ale Asylum. It’s not overly complex; it’s just a great beer to drink while watching a Brewers or Packers game.
Lindsey
Alden’s Organic Salted Caramel Ice Cream
This is my FAVORITE ice cream sold at the Co-op. It’s organic, oh-so-creamy, and has an amazing flavor profile! Add a few nuts or some chocolate sauce for a true treat.
Angie’s Boom Chicka Pop Sea Salt Popcorn
I always embark on road trips with a bag of Boom Chicka Pop in the passenger seat. Never has pre-popped popcorn tasted so good! I love the fact that Angie started popping corn in her garage in Mankato, Minnesota, and has become a national staple in grocery stores. Angie’s emphasizes simple ingredients like whole grains, vegan options, and non-GMO popcorn. They also support numerous organizations to empower others, such as I Am That Girl and Partners for Affordable Housing. What’s not to love?
Amanda
Pine River Port Wine Cheese Spread
This locally made cheese spread is a perfect snack. All you need are crackers and a butter knife and you are golden. MMMMM!
Willow Creek Leaf Lard
This lard is superior to all other lards. Hands down. Use this one, always! I always have a tub in my fridge.
Banza Pasta
I LOVE PASTA!! But we are trying to eat less wheat, so I tried this pasta as it is made from chickpeas. It is a fantastic product! Pairs well with whatever sauce I throw on it.
Aaron
Tate’s Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
As someone with celiac, it can be difficult to find gluten-free alternatives that are just as good, if not better, than their gluten-containing counterparts. Tate’s Cookies are super crispy, and the chocolate chips melt in your mouth perfectly. I highly recommend them!
Grant
Willy Street Co-op Green Zinger
My favorite juice blend! This bottle is packed with freshly juiced goodness including a shot of wheatgrass, and it tastes great! When I drink one of these I feel invigorated for the rest of the day!
Tapuat Brewing Grape Memory Kombucha
My favorite booch! It has a smooth, not-too-sweet natural grape flavor. So refreshing, I could sip on it all day!
Laura
Deer Creek The Rattlesnake Cheese
A deliciously tangy cheese whose spiciness is evened-out by the cooling citrus of tequila! Delicious on all burgers—regular or veggie, shredded on top of tacos or burritos, etc., etc.! Available at East and North.
Tierra Farm Dried Papaya
This product was essentially my gateway to papaya. Fresh papaya was, for me at the time, a bridge too far, but dried papaya was a bit more palatable. After finishing a container of this, I was on to the fresh stuff and now can’t stop devouring both! Not only is it tasty, it is packed with digestive enzymes to help me digest all of my foods better!
Sara
Jeni’s Brown Butter Almond Brittle Ice Cream
This is the most delicious ice cream I’ve ever had! It’s made with rich buttercream ice cream and chunks of almond brittle. It’s a wonderful mixture of sweet, salty, and crunchy deliciousness. However, if buttercream and almond brittle don’t sound delicious to you, I would suggest trying my second favorite flavor of Jeni’s ice cream—Brambleberry Crisp. This one is a made with vanilla ice cream, chunks of oven-toasted brown sugar oat streusel, and has brambleberry jam swirled throughout. These are my favorite flavors, but there are several other flavors to pick from; give them all a try! Treat yourself! Available at East and North.
Hallie
Cedar Roads Smoked Pork Hock
These are super handy for soups and stews and easy on the pocketbook! I recently used one to make the best red beans and rice I’ve ever had.
Kelly
Yumbutter Almond Butter
Easy to take on the go, delicious on crackers, and a good source of protein.
Abigail
Hu Chocolate Hazelnut Butter Bar
I first tried this chocolate when I went to Portland, Oregon on vacation this summer and couldn’t wait to request we bring it in at Willy Street Co-op. I came back to work, and to my delight, we started carrying it already! 70% dark chocolate, paleo, and vegan, but you’d never guess. How do they do it?! It’s so smooth, with a layer of hazelnut butter in the center, and absolutely no junk ingredients. Coconut sugar as the sweetener helps prevent that “candy crash” that can often happen after indulging in a sweet treat. You can *try* to share a bar, but maybe just keep this one for yourself.
Dustin
Ramps
This is one of my favorite seasonal treats! I love making pesto with the green leafs, and then pickling the stems to eat throughout the summer.
Joe
Bulletproof Brain Octane Oil
Not just another MCT oil. This is the one specified in the original recipe for “Bulletproof coffee” because of superior C8 (caprylic acid) content. American-made, and coconut-based to help protect orangutans (vs. typical palm-based products.)
gianofer
EveryDay Coconut Pure African Coconut Oil
Do children look at you and scream?! If the answer is yes, you may want to work on your skin game. I suggest Alaffia Fermented Coconut Oil. Why risk spontaneous human combustion, furiously rubbing your freakishly dry hands together, trying to melt solid coconut oils? WHY?! While it is solid, this stuff melts in your hands and makes applying it to the skin super easy. Don’t let the jar size fool you. Less is more. Sisters… if your hair game needs some “Get Right,” try Alaffia Fermented Coconut oil.
Amy
Sock It to Me Knee High Socks
These knee-high socks are fashion fun! What speaks to you is bound to be represented in one of their colorful designs. And so fetching with some springtime shorts or a miniskirt. Even better, they have a Wide Calf option, so now knee-highs can be for everyone!
EarthGrown Chia Parfait
These are so good, I’m tearing up! Chia pudding made with coconut milk and topped with fresh fruit is such a creamy decadent treat. Next time you want a cookie, try one of these, if you can beat us fanchildren to it, that is.
Scallions
I worry some of our shoppers don’t “do” scallions. I find them to always be a delicate and pleasant addition to just about any dish I use them in. On tacos they are a nice raw add-on top. In soups, they enhance the flavor and appearance of what might otherwise be unsightly and lackluster. (Think miso or a puree.) In a stir fry, they’re a great finish and quick wilt, even if sautéed onions are already a part of the dish. On a crudité plate, they’re so pretty and tasty with a dip or salt. See what I mean! Pretty good fridge life makes them a veggie to always have on hand!
